Chapter 889: Chapter 35: The Bishop Pursues_3
Xuan Yue obediently said, "Then you should meditate quickly, I need to reflect for a while too." The two sat facing each other and almost simultaneously entered their own cultivation worlds.
The next morning, everyone woke up one after another. Yan Shi, Yan Li, Ah Dai, and Xuan Yue all felt refreshed as if a single night’s effort had advanced their strength. Especially Ah Dai, who had expended the most energy the day before, not only recovered his True Qi to its optimal state during the night’s cultivation, but his spiritual power also reached its peak.
Yan Shi said, "We’ve rested enough, it’s time to bid farewell to the Elves and set out. Moon Scar brother, I have a favor to ask of you."
Moon Scar was startled; ever since the day Yan Shi had hit Yue Ji, he had not taken the initiative to speak to them, "Tell me, I’ll do my best to help you."
Yan Shi said, "Since you’re going back to the Red Charming Clan, you’ll surely pass through our Pu Yan Clan’s territory. I hope that when you pass through my father’s tribe, you could report our safety, and just say that we’re not going to the Death Mountain Range, but traveling on the continent. Just don’t tell them we’re heading to the Empire of Sunset City to look for the Elf Clan."
Moon Scar said, "Your Pu Yan Clan is so powerful, you should not be afraid of Nobles. Why are you so worried? You even shaved your head."
Yan Shi sighed, "After a thousand years, our Pu Yan Clan has finally recovered some vitality, and I don’t want to bring trouble to my clan because of me."
Moon Scar nodded, "Alright, I’ll make sure to deliver the message. Ah Dai, Miss Xuan Yue, take good care of yourselves."
It was time to part, and Ah Dai inevitably felt reluctant, stepping forward to grasp Moon Scar’s hand, "Brother Moon Scar, you all should take care as well. When we get a chance, we will definitely come and visit the Red Charming Clan."
Moon Scar managed a smile; though they had only been together for a dozen days, Ah Dai’s kindness had already touched everyone’s hearts. Had it not been for the complications of this journey, he would not choose to part, "Brother Ah Dai, I’m sure we’ll meet again. Take care, and I hope that when we see each other again, we can once again travel across the continent together."
Yue Ji pulled Xuan Yue aside, whispering to her constantly, their beautiful eyes red with emotion. The friendship that had just formed between them had to endure separation, making it hard not to feel reluctant to part ways.
Yan Shi took a deep breath and said, "Let’s go; the sooner we part, the sooner we can meet again." Finishing his words, he walked out of the treehouse first. One by one, everyone followed, and when they stepped out, they were surprised to find the Elf Queen standing outside the treehouse with over twenty elves, all silent as ghosts. The energy emanating from these elves indicated they were top-notch masters of the Elf Clan.
Ah Dai stepped forward and said, "Auntie, why didn’t you come in? Did we wake up late?"
The Elf Queen smiled benevolently, "Silly child, how could it be late? We came to see you off. These are our elite Elves, eighteen Elf Envoys, and four Grand Elf Envoys. Whether your journey is successful or not, our Elf Clan will always be your friend. If one day you grow tired of life on the continent, we will always welcome you to stay here."
The Elf Queen’s kindness moved Ah Dai to the point of choking up, "Auntie, thank you, you’re so kind."
The Elf Queen said, "Alright, children, I will send two groups to escort you out of the Elf Forest. Be careful on your way, and if things become unfeasible, do not push yourselves too hard. Your safety is paramount." She took Ah Dai’s hand, "Child, don’t forget the scroll I gave you yesterday. Even if you do not find Xing Er, you can activate it in times of danger. Then, auntie will come to your rescue." Her motherly care deeply shook Ah Dai’s heart, and a look of unwavering determination shone in his eyes, "Auntie, rest assured, even if it costs me my life, I will bring Princess Xing Er back to see you."
The Elf Queen furrowed her brows, "Don’t speak nonsense. In auntie’s heart, your safety is equally important. Now, it’s time for you to leave." She gestured to the Elf Envoys holding eight bundles, "Take these fruits for the road. Be careful with everything."
Everyone took the fruits, and after reluctant farewells, they departed the Elf Forest under the guidance of two groups of elves towards their respective destinations. Watching their receding figures, the Elf Queen brought her hands together and prayed devoutly, "God, please protect these kind-hearted children. May their journey be safe." Aodi wrapped his arms around the Elf Queen’s shoulders, speaking softly, "Don’t worry, I believe they will be able to bring our child back."
The Elf Queen nodded, "Starting today, breaking with tradition, the eighteen Elf Envoys will be split into two groups, alternately living on the Elf ancient tree, ready at all times to rescue our missing kinsfolk."
All the Elf Envoys, except the two who escorted Ah Dai and Moon Scar away, bowed in unison, "Yes, Your Majesty."
Elf Envoy Tianying led twenty Grand Elves to escort Ah Dai and the others away from Elf City, heading westward. While walking, he said to Yan Shi, "From here, go straight west to enter the territory of the Yalian Clan. Follow the border of the Yalian Clan and head southwest, and you’ll reach the Tiangang Mountain Range. I’m not sure what lies beyond the Tiangang Mountains to the west."
